Daphne Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Daphne Name at a Glance

Name	Daphne
Meaning	Victory.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Daphne Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Daphne means “Victory”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Daphne Name Origin

Our database records Daphne under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Daphne a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Daphne is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Daphne

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